Sherry Bickers-Krahl

Work History

Controller

Body Works Collision Specialist

Gainesville, Texas

08.2021 - Current

Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits and budgets.
Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing and sales tax returns.
Prepared corporate fiscal and business plans to help strategically direct business operations and strengthen controls.
Maximized year-end tax benefits by efficiently managing cash flows.
Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
Updated and reviewed financial reporting packages and managed financial reporting processes.
Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
Verified accurate completion of corporate income tax returns and optimal use of favorable tax codes.
Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
Managed payroll data entry and processing for 15 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Accurately projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Assisted in upper-level decision making by creating comprehensive financial reports and collaborating with finance and accounting departments.
Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
Directed corporate decision-making and planning by monitoring and setting policies and procedures to optimize fiscal performance.

Owner/Operations Manager

The Krahl Pantry

Nocona, Texas

06.2020 - 07.2021

Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness.
Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency and high-quality standards across industry operations.
Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures and technology systems.
Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Office Manager

Rosenbaum Chiropractic

Muenster, Texas

11.2019 - 07.2020

Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Maintained CRM database with customer updates and report generation.
Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
Aggregated and analyzed data related to administrative costs to prepare budgets for corporate-level management.
Initiated timely project management within budget constraints for multi-faceted problems concerning executive leaders.
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.

Compliance Director/Owner/Operator

The Children’s Learning Station

Lake Dallas, Texas

05.1992 - 08.2019

This position allowed me to assist and train directors and teachers for the State of Texas
Human Resources, over saw enrolling, hiring, and payroll.
Oversaw internal and external registration as well as training audits.
Structured programs, produced working documentation and implemented best practices.
Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
Consulted with clients on best practices and served as project manager for all process improvements and regulatory initiatives.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns.
Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Schwalbe Inc

Muenster, TX

01.2007 - 01.2009

My daily duties were to assist the owner and secretary as needed in truck sales/transitions
I was responsible for payroll and accounts payable as well as inventory control-pricing through QuickBooks, and making sure we stayed OSHA compliant.
Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
Handled 20 employee payroll and other day-to-day financial transactions while maintaining long-term goals.
Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
Projected financial standings using data to determine areas for improvement and suggest plans of action.
Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses.
Oversaw bookkeeping and accounting systems and entered data into systems accurately.

Marketing Supervisor

WinStar Casinos

Thackerville, OK

01.2005 - 01.2007

WinStar was a fast paced and exciting environment where you had to be aware of all operations at all times-liabilities of the casino, fraud reduction, constant guest interactions, training of new employees, following and ensuring we obeyed by all gaming regulations and compliance, and assisting in concerts and their entertainers
It was my responsibility to remember guests and make sure everyone walking in felt welcome, data entry, and being creative with ways to enhance all guests’ experiences.
Designed and implemented marketing and branding collateral.
Organized promotional items for customers and events.
Managed team of 200 plus marketing professionals developing and implementing 30 plus campaigns each year.
Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails and other collateral.
Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.

Owner/Operator Manager

Just Between Girlfriends

Gainesville, Texas

01.2004 - 01.2006

I created this antique company and restaurant
This was a great experience
I enjoyed marketing, creating new recipes, and including the community by selling lease spots to antique dealers and taking part in city functions, accounts payable/receivable, produced and enforced policy and procedures for staff and dealers to comply with, decorating, and city/state government responsibilities.
Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
Evaluated report data to proactively adjust and enhance operations.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Controller

Owner/Operations Manager

Office Manager

Compliance Director/Owner/Operator

Accounts Payable Specialist

Marketing Supervisor

Owner/Operator Manager

Education

Education/Business

obtained this certification - General Studies

Skills

Timeline

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